Time

by Hootie & The Blowfish

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Lyrics

(Em7)Time,

why you (D)pun ish me?

(Em7)Like a (D)wave crash ing in to the (D)shore,

you wash a (D)way my

(D)dreams.

(Em7)Time,

why you (D)walk a way?

(Em7)Like a (D)friend with some where to go,

you wash a (D)way my

(D)dreams.

you left me

cry in’.

(Em7)Can you (A)teach me ’bout to mor row and (G)all the pain and sor row,

(Em7)run in’ free?

(Em7)’Cause to mor row’s just an oth er day and I (A)don’t be lieve in (Em7)time.

(Em7)Time,

I (D)don’t un der (Em7)stand.

(Em7)Chil dren (D)kill in’ in (Em7)the street,

(Em7)dy in’ for the (D)col or of (Em7)a rag.

(Em7)Time,

I (D)don’t un der (Em7)stand.

(Em7)Chil dren (D)kill in’ in (Em7)the street,

(Em7)dy in’ for the (D)col or of (Em7)a rag.

(Em7)Can you (A)teach me ’bout to mor row and (G)all the pain and sor row,

(Em7)run in’ free?

(Em7)’Cause to mor row’s just an oth er day and I don’t be lieve in (Em7)time.

is wast in’, time is walk ing.

You ain’t no friend of mine.

I don’t know where I’m go ing.

I think I’m out of my (A)mind,

think in’ a bout (D)time.

And if I die to mor row, (Asus)yeah, just (A)lay me down to (Em7)sleep.

(Em7)Time is wast in’, time is walk ing.

You ain’t no friend of mine.

I don’t know where I’m go ing, I think I’m out of my (A)mind,

think in’ a bout (D)time.

Oo, (Em7)time,

why you (D)pun ish me?

Time by Hootie & The Blowfish — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Time” by Hootie & The Blowfish in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of D at 104 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Time" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Time"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.